The Reality of Being Underpaid

Have you ever heard that just getting your foot in the door with a target employer is enough? The theory is that if you get your foot in the door, even at a low level, you can work your way up over time. I understand the reasoning behind this career strategy, and it has been common wisdom for quite a while. In today’s professional environment, however, this approach can backfire. Many companies no longer prioritize promoting from within. Employees change jobs …

Total nonfarm payroll employment rose by 250,000 in October, and the unemployment rate was unchanged at 3.7 percent. Job gains occurred in health care, in manufacturing, in construction, and in transportation and warehousing.